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Posted on: 12/08/2003
Question
hi, i am a boy of 16 years and i am depressed about my self since i am masturbating for the last 4 years tell me what should i do to stop it? does it have any negative effects on body health?
Answer
There are no harmful physical effects from masturbating. As long as the masturbation does not keep you from doing well in school, having relationships and outside interests, it is not a problem. The guilt you feel might be something to talk with a trusted adult or mental health professional about.